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Meaning of is prone
The phrase "is prone" means having a natural tendency or inclination towards something, often undesirable.
Etymology of is prone
The word "prone" originates from the Latin word "pronus," meaning "leaning forward" or "bent forward," and has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a physical or figurative inclination.
Historically, the word has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to tendency, inclination, and susceptibility.
Synonyms
susceptible
inclined
liable
disposed
prone
likely
apt
given
tending
leaning
subject
exposed
vulnerable
open
sensitive
fragile
weak
fragile
breakable
shatterable
splinterable
crushable
smashable
destructible
impermanent
ephemeral
transitory
fleeting
momentary
temporary
inclined
bent
minded
willing
ready
amenable
receptive
responsive
reactive
sensitive
hypersensitive
allergic
reactive
irritable
excitable
volatile
unstable
unsteady
precarious
fragile
delicate
dainty
flimsy
rickety
shaky
wobbly
unstable
unsound
frail
feeble
infirm
decrepit
fragile
brittle
frangible
splintery
crushable
shatterable
smashable
breakable
Definitions
- The phrase "is prone" is defined by Oxford Languages as having a natural tendency or inclination towards something, often undesirable, or being likely to do something or have a certain condition.
- * It can also mean being likely to suffer from something or be affected by something.
Usage Examples
- She is prone to making mistakes when she's tired.
- * He is prone to allergic reactions when eating shellfish.
- * The company is prone to financial difficulties due to poor management.
Antonyms
resistant
immune
strong
robust
sturdy
stable
secure
safe
invulnerable
impervious
insensitive
unresponsive
unreactive
calm
stable
steady
firm
solid
resilient
hardy
impregnable
fortress-like
secure
protected
shielded
guarded
defended
immune
exempt
inviolable
unassailable
unconquerable
invincible